1996 Rover 200 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 200 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
